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Pop In Pet Play Pop In Pet Play is run by Lisa Keys, TCSD Scent Detection Handler, Instructor and Ambassador

19/06/2025

Take Note! 👇👇👇 Don't Be Stupid!

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15/06/2025

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Happy Dog Father’s Day.

I asked Google AI what makes a good Father… (I may have swapped the word children for dog but it’s all relevant)

A good dog father provides love, support, guidance, and a safe, nurturing environment for their dog.

They offer guidance and teach important life skills, values, and lessons, helping their dog to navigate the world.

They are open to communicating with their dog, listening to their feelings, and validating their emotions without judgment.

They are dependable and reliable, creating a sense of security and trust for their dog.

Teaching boundaries and expectations while maintaining a loving and supportive relationship

Sharing wisdom and guidance, helping their dog navigate the complexities of life

Making time for meaningful interactions with their dog, even amidst busy schedules.

Real Men Train Without Pain.

14/06/2025

A groundbreaking study from Sweden’s Linköping University has confirmed what dog lovers have long suspected: the bond between dogs and humans is deeply biological. The key? Oxytocin — the hormone responsible for love and trust.

As wolves evolved into domesticated companions over thousands of years, dogs became genetically tuned to this hormone. Those with specific oxytocin receptor variants are more likely to seek human help, show affection, and thrive in modern environments.

But today, scientists say we’re entering a third wave of domestication — one shaped not by survival or status, but by empathy and adaptability.

Modern service dogs are at the forefront of this transformation. Unlike their ancestors bred for guarding or herding, these dogs are biologically and behaviorally wired to be calm, social, and deeply attuned to humans — even from puppyhood.

This new evolution is reshaping canine genetics in real time. As our cities grow and lifestyles change, so too must our dogs — not just in behavior, but in biology.

➡️ The future of dogs isn’t just about how they look. It’s about how they feel.

19/05/2025

Just like us dogs need to keep their brains active and learn new things….. it didn’t take long for this bright fella to learn to stand on a ‘target’.👏

Brain games offer numerous benefits for dogs….

🐶 enhances their mental well-
being and overall health
🐶 helps to prevent boredom
🐶 improves cognitive function
🐶 builds confidence
🐶 reduces anxiety and
destructive behaviours
🐶 brain games can also slow
down age-related cognitive
decline and keep senior dogs
alert

01/05/2025

Playing tug with your dog satisfies their natural instincts for mouthing and pulling, providing a safe and controlled outlet for their prey drive. It is also a great bonding activity and a high value reward for desired behaviour so an excellent activity to do after a training session 👏

This beautiful strong girl was very good this morning and definitely earned a good tug session 🥰

18/04/2025

Does your dog struggle to be home alone?
Or
Do you have a new puppy and you want to help it to learn to be home alone?
I am trialling an online support group for a small group of people to join together to discuss how they feel living with a dog with separation anxiety and the different approaches to helping to resolve it.
You may already be working with a behaviourist and would appreciate the additional support.
The first meeting is on Tuesday 22nd April at 8pm where we will be looking at activities to encourage independence.
If you would like to learn more about how this group can help you sign up below. Numbers are limited and at only £5 for this introductory meeting I think places will fill fast!

https://TheWellHeeledHound.as.me/SA

17/04/2025
17/04/2025

Click here to explore the cost breakdown of properly caring for two rabbits - Initial set-up, monthly costs, annual costs and more.

16/04/2025

Teaching the "middle" position is a really fun and valuable exercise that has benefits for both you and your dog……

Keeping them close and safe when they need it 👍

A less threatening position to attach a lead (how many dogs do you see backing away when a hand and lead go towards its head on or even run away 👍

A great cue that play is about to begin👍

Strengthens the bond you have together 👍

Generally it can make life easier in various situations 👍

This little lady loves it 🥰

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13/04/2025

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Hi my name is Lisa Keys and from a very young age I have been passionate about caring for animals. I was the little girl who rescued baby birds that had been abandoned by their mother and attempted to hand rear them. My parents bought me and my sisters a gorgeous chocolate brown hamster named whiskers who, due to receiving lots of love and attention, became the most affectionate and charismatic hamster I have ever known to this day.

My next pet was a rabbit named Pipkin, who I adored as equally. Then came the guinea pigs Oscar and Amy and finally my parents caved into the constant pleas for a dog. After much research into the best breed for our family my Mother decided that a Dalmatian was the dog for us and we welcomed a spotty bundle of mischievousness into our home. That day changed my life forever, for I learned about the unique bond that is formed between human and dog and how special the unconditional love shared between them could be.

At the ripe old age of nearly fifty and many years of owning dogs, cats and other animals, too many to name, I have learned so much about our furry friends along the way. I have used different training methods over the years, following some good advice but sometimes some poor. I have completed courses in Positive Reinforcement Training methods, Pet First Aid, become a Canine body language instructor with The Dog Training college and a Bronze level UK sniffer dog instructor.

I was determined that my children should all love and respect animals too so together we have shared some amazing times with a house full of animals. Our biggest accomplishment to date is finding the most wonderful female Dalmatian named Anya and helping her to rear five very healthy, well grounded puppies. This was an experience that resulted in me gaining so much love for Anya but it also taught me so much more about Canine behaviour. This has led me to wanting to work with dogs and help owners wherever I can to nurture a special bond that is based on love and respect.